As one of the gold standards for smartwatch performance, for quality Garmin is quite simply the go to for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts who demand the best. Garmin boasts of its durability, advanced features and fitness focused design and has a number of models that range from entry level to enterprise focused.
If you are in the market for a Garmin watch, here you can find a review of the top three models for 2024.
1. Garmin Fenix 8: The Ultimate All-Rounder
A top end powerhouse in wearable tech designed for athletes wanting versatility and top notch performance. This model stands out with:
- AMOLED Touchscreen: Looks great on touch, crystal clear and easy to read in any light.
- Advanced Sport Sensors: IT IS GREAT for a lot of sports; built in Sensors for golf, cycling and many more.
- Customizable Interface: Sync and customize settings through your smartphone, navigate with Garmin’s traditional five button interface for added control.
- Size Options: Available in three different sizes, 43mm, 47mm, and 51mm with a range of different strap colours, choose the size that you want.
If you’re a dedicated athlete, the Fenix 8 isn’t cheap — but its multi-sport functionality and the ease of customization make it the best on the market.
Price Range: An estimated €866 – €1,099 (depending on retailer and model features).
2. Garmin Forerunner 265: Ideal for Runners
If you are looking for a mid range runner’s device then the Garmin Forerunner 265 is a good choice. Though it may look similar to its predecessor, it includes several valuable updates:
- AMOLED Display: But slightly less battery life than last year with better, brighter, and more vibrant screen.
- Training Readiness Score: It is a tracker of the training sessions to provide you how ready you are for the rigorous session.
- Built-in Music Storage: Get music onto your watch right away or spice up your Spotify play from your wrist and thus make your run a little more convenient.
- Lightweight and Durable: Tough enough to survive intense workouts, but compact enough to carry daily.
Being able to run with the heels of your feet lifted off the ground offers a glaring advantage, while also coming with stylish and comfortable appeal, the Forerunner 265 is a popular choice for runners who want all the details they can get without corralling performance.
Price Range: Prices: €499 – €605 (depending on retailer).
3. Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2): Stylish and Feature-Packed
For those who want style and substance, the Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) is a high-end option with a premium titanium body and a bright AMOLED display:
- Sapphire Crystal Display: Tough enough to be scratch resistant and durable, the bubbles are brilliant enough for both indoors and outdoors.
- Battery Life: It provides up to 31 days (usage dependent) of charge life time.
- Built-in Flashlight: Convenient for outdoor activities or for the evening workout!
- Personalized Training Programs: Race focused plans for 5K, 10K, and half marathons are included.
- Health and Fitness Metrics: Garmin latest health tracking features including heart rate monitoring and advanced recovery metrics.
Athletes who want as much health insight as you can possibly get in an advanced design that makes the transition from workout to formal setting seamless will like the Epix Pro.
Price Range: Around the world, retailers offer the prices with different options, which are based on the device’s premium build and features.
Final Thoughts
The Forerunner 265 provides something for the runners amongst you, the multi-sport power of the Fenix 8 and the high style of the Epix Pro Gen 2 represent something for you and something for everyone else. No matter your sport or fitness level, Garmin’s 2024 lineup of watches has a watch that’s ready to see you achieve your goals.